Category Archives: Tips & Tricks

I’ve noticed a pattern: most of my favorite “what can I make using only what’s in the fridge” meals are burritos! I really do think it’s the most versatile vessel – which is probably why I always keep tortillas in … Continue reading →

Last October, for my birthday, my friend Kate gave me a beautiful orchid that sustained its blooms all the way through February of this year! When the last bloom finally fell off I have to admit I was quite sad. … Continue reading →

I am a big believer that anyone can throw together a quick and healthy dinner in next to no time flat. Although, like everyone, some nights I simply lack the creativity and motivation to create a meal from nothing. Fortunately … Continue reading →

As I have mentioned before, my new/current apartment has great closets (for NYC): I have a clothes closet by my bathroom as well as a coat closet by the front door opposite a massive 3 door closet that is divided … Continue reading →

Looking back at Table’sUp it’s clear how much I love breakfast foods. Weekend brunch is one of my favorite things – although this is mostly to do with the leisurely pace of cooking and consumption! Beyond brunch on the weekends, … Continue reading →

With all of the entertaining I’ve been doing over the past few weeks I have been eating a lot of leftovers. Like most people who love food, I hate wasting it. I also get almost as much pride from inventive … Continue reading →

As promised, my new-found obsession with making caramel corn has warranted it’s own post. The idea to start making caramel corn came from my friend Nancy who brought bags of her recipe when she came to visit back in September … Continue reading →